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Tuesday, February 14, 2017

a day for love...

Why does romance only get one day of recognition? It is an important part of life. It doesn't matter if you are in a relationship or single. Romance is a lifestyle. It can be a way to pay homage to elegant periods in history. Finding beauty in the mundane made for a graceful existence. The Victorians fully appreciated this philosophy. I try to integrate romance into every part of my life from the adorable vintage clothes I wear...

to the handkerchiefs in my purse...

to the lovely hats prominently displayed in my home.

I love to set my table with mix and match floral dishes...

making an everyday dinner a fanciful affair.

I dress my beds with vintage linens...

I even try to iron my pillowcases.

I adore antique sewing notions...

...charming books as well as other ephemera...

...and I have a real affinity for oddities like these delightful flowers made from tiny seashells.

There are many things in this world I do not understand. But I do fully understand and embrace a romantic lifestyle. Let February 14th be the kick-off for adding a little romance into your world. It can be as simple as placing a few fresh flowers on a nightstand or eating lunch on real china. It can be the start to a beautiful way of living.

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Welcome to the world of Surroundings by Melinda. For the past 20 years I have been the owner of a retail shop and interior design consulting business. The shop is now located on Sanibel Island...no worries...we're online too! I am tickled to be able to share creative inspiration from my years appearing on TV and writing for numerous magazines. Thanks for being here...Enjoy!